2025 has been busy. We have been to many cafes, restaurants, and events. And more flea markets and pop up markets than we have ever been to. Sharing with you our favorite savory flea market finds from February to November 2025.
Favorite Savory Flea Market Finds
Here is a list of the most memorable, mouth-watering, and filling savory flea market finds we tried this year:
- Andare Hoagie Rolls
- Little Italy Pizzeria
- Charkol Food Truck
- Kaniii Slow Bar
- Fresh Lock Seafoods
- Bitoy’s Barbeque
Andare Hoagie Rolls
First on our list is Andare Hoagie Rolls.
They have a lean menu but each item is as delicious as the next. Choosing one to order is always a puzzle. Our top pick is Mortadella. Salty deli meat, fresh, crisp veggies, and savory and tangy sauce all in between crunchy, airy bread. Pastrami is for people who love spice in their meal. And we recommend their Eggplant Parmigiana if you are not craving meat.
One sandwich is good as a meal on its own. Or if you’re eating it as a snack, ask for it to be sliced in half and share with your flea market buddy.
Follow them on Instagram @andarehoegierolls to know where they are popping up next,
Little Italy
Another delicious flea market find that’s great for sharing is Little Italy pizza.
They serve some of the best pizzas in Davao. Their menu varies from time to time. Our top two favorites are Truffle Pizza and Straciatella Pizza. One slice is only P125 and filling enough to be a meal. But we recommend buying one whole pizza and sharing it with your friends. You can even have a custom pizza with two flavors in one whole pie.
Little Italy Pizzeria has branches at Lanang and Ecoland. Follow them on Instagram @littleitalypizzeria.davao to know more.
Charkol
Next, is a staple at Davao flea markets: Charkol Food Truck.
We love Charkol. From their Nori Fries to their Grilled Chicken, we rarely skip the chance to buy something from them. Our top favorite? Spicy and tangy Buffalo Chicken Sandwich with Blue Cheese Sauce. Superb.
When they are not at pop up markets, the Charkol Foodtruck is parked in Obrero. Follow them on Instagram @charkol_foodtruck for more information.
Kaniii
Next is a food booth that you will only see at select Davao flea markets. We love them and we highly recommend you give them a try.
Kaniii Slow Bar is a cafe that specializes in cold brew and cold brew blends. Occasionally, they join pop up markets where they serve special menu items. Our favorites are their Inasal and Teriyaki Chicken Bowls. Their Tapa Tacos and Sisig Lumpia are also must-try dishes.
Of course, we cannot overlook their superb 12 Monkeys Cold Brew Coffee. And recently, we tried their Mont Blanc Cold Brew. And it was light and refreshing.
So on the rare occasion you do see their ubiquitous booth at a pop up market, order a savory meal or a refreshing cold brew.
Kaniii Slow Bar recently opened their shop in Talomo. Follow them @kaniii.sb on Instagram for more information.
Fresh Lock Seafoods
Here is another one you should not miss: Fresh Lock Seafoods.
It’s rare to find good seafood at pop up markets so we are always happy to see Fresh Lock. Their Ebi Fry is superb. As well as their Dragon Balls. Both are great as snack items. And both are even better with their Fried Rice.
It is one of our all-time favorites, the Fresh Lock Fried Rice. It is perfectly seasoned. And every serving is generous. We also love pairing it with beef and other dishes from other food purveyors.
If you want to cook up your own seafood dishes, you may also order shrimps and other fresh and frozen seafood from Fresh Lock. You may contact them via Instagram @freshlockseafoods to know more.
Bitoy’s
Finally, we recommend Bitoy’s Barbeque.
They have only joined one flea market event so far but we hope they join more. Their menu consists of Pork Barbeque, Chicken Barbeque, and Chicken Inasal. The Chicken Inasal is our favorite. Juicy and tasty.
In case you do not see them in pop up market anymore, you may order via their Instagram account @BitoysBBQ.
More Savory Flea Market Finds
We enjoy discovering new treats and dishes to try at every market event. Here are more savory flea market finds to try:
- Jane’s Kitchen
- Steaks and Butter
- Bonbonz Dumplings
We are glad that homecooks, home bakers, and other small food businesses are reaching new diners via local flea markets and pop up markets. And we are always excited when we discover new favorites.
More Flea Market Favorites
Interested in knowing more of our favorites? Check out this list by Diyosa Life.
Support local. Shop local. Dine local.
We will post more of our favorites soon. And you can also see more of these brands and other local shops in the vlogs of our Editor Ria: Davao Diaries.
See all upcoming Davao Flea Markets in the My Davao City Events Calendar: mydavaocity.com/davao-events/.
For more information on Davao restaurants, cafes, matcha bars, and other Davao dining options, visit our Davao Food Directory.
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